Description
Lemon dill baked cod is a delightful seafood dish that marries fresh flavors with effortless preparation. This recipe features flaky cod fillets topped with a vibrant lemon-dill sauce, perfect for impressing guests or enjoying a healthy weeknight meal. With only 30 minutes from prep to plate, it’s an ideal choice for busy evenings. The combination of zesty lemon and aromatic dill elevates the mild taste of cod, making every bite refreshing and satisfying. Serve this dish alongside your favorite sides like quinoa, fresh salad, or garlic mashed potatoes for a well-rounded meal that’s sure to please.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cod fillets (approximately 6 ounces each)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/3 cup plain Greek yogurt or sour cream
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise (optional)
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Place the cod fillets on the prepared baking sheet and drizzle with olive oil. Season both sides with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika (if using).
- Bake the cod for 12 to 15 minutes until it flakes easily with a fork.
- While the fish is baking, mix Greek yogurt (or sour cream), mayonnaise (if using), dill, lemon juice, lemon zest, Dijon mustard, and minced garlic in a bowl until smooth.
- Once cooked, remove the cod from the oven and top each fillet generously with the lemon-dill sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Seafood
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cod fillet (170g)
- Calories: 275
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 90mg